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Pick two or more discs and see exactly how they differ - flight, feel, distance, and price, side by side.

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DiscraftNukeDistance Driver13/5/-1/3

Legacy DiscsReconDistance Driver13/5/-1/3

Nuke vs Recon

These 2 distance drivers share the same flight numbers - the deciding factors are plastic selection, price, and availability.

Key differences

Rim width2.5 vs 2.4 cm (+0.1)PlasticsNuke 40 vs Recon 0AvailabilityNuke is on Amazon; Recon is notPriceNuke is cheaper ($0.50 less)

Flight Paths

Overhead view · right-hand backhand

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DiscraftNukeDistance Driver

Legacy DiscsReconDistance Driver

Flight Numberslonger bar = more of that trait

SpeedRim & velocity

Nuke

Recon

GlideStays aloft

Nuke

Recon

TurnHigh-speed bend

Nuke

-1

Recon

-1

FadeLow-speed hook

Nuke

Recon

Specifications

Differences only

Spec

Discraft

Nuke

Legacy Discs

Recon

Flight rating

13/5/-1/3

Stability

Overstable (+2)

Beginner score

27/100

Est. carry

450 ft

Type

Distance Driver

Recommended skill≠

Advanced

Intermediate, Advanced

Diameter

21.2 cm

Height≠

1.6 cm

1.7 cm

Rim depth≠

1.2 cm

1.1 cm

Rim width≠

2.5 cm

2.4 cm

Max weight≠

177 g

175 g

Bead

Beadless

Plastics≠

40view on disc page →

PDGA Approved

Yes

On Amazon≠

Yes

Not on Amazon

Price from≠

$17.99

$18.49

The Verdict

Nuke or Recon?

The Nuke and Recon fly almost identically (13/5/-1/3). Go with the Nuke - it offers more plastic and weight options (40 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Nuke: OverstableRecon: Overstable

Where to buy

Best price

Nuke

$17.99

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Recon

$18.49

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FAQ

Is the Nuke or Recon more overstable?

They are equally stable (both +2) - turn -1/-1, fade 3/3.

Should a beginner pick the Nuke or Recon?

Both rate the same for beginners (27/100). Pick by feel and price.

What is the difference between the Nuke and Recon?

The Nuke and Recon fly almost identically (13/5/-1/3). Go with the Nuke - it offers more plastic and weight options (40 blends), is easier to find, and costs less.

Which is cheaper, the Nuke or Recon?

The Nuke is cheaper, starting around $17.99 vs $18.49.

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